Diabetes is a metabolic disorder in which the body has too much blood sugar (glucose) within the bloodstream. What some people may not know is that diabetes can impact a person’s oral health, and vice versa. What is the link between bad breath and diabetes?
Periodontal disease
Periodontal diseases, also known as gum diseases, include gingivitis, mild periodontitis, and advanced periodontitis.
In these inflammatory diseases, bacteria attack the tissues and bone that support your teeth.
What’s worse is that inflammation can affect metabolism and increase your blood sugar, which worsens diabetes.
While diabetes can lead to periodontal diseases, these diseases can also create further problems for people with diabetes.
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According to a report published in IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences, an estimated one in three people with diabetes will also experience periodontal diseases.
Your oral cavity is a window to the rest of your body so be sure to take care of it, said Wellesley Dental Group.
The health site added: “Your body may be showing you small signs that relate to a bigger health issue.
“Keep up with your regular dental appointments and practice good oral hygiene at home.
“When tooth brushing, don’t forget to brush your tongue, which is a common ground for odour producing bacteria.”
Source: Daily Express
